1 lbs – Composting Worms (about 1,000 worms)
Original price was: $50.00.$35.00Current price is: $35.00.
Start composting the easy way with 1 lb of live composting worms (~1,000 Red Wigglers) from Delta Worms, your trusted Bay Area supplier. Checkout our blog post to determine “How many composting Worms do I need?” These hardy, fast-breeding worms thrive on kitchen scraps, paper, and leaves — turning waste into nutrient-rich vermicast that strengthens soil and boosts plant growth. Ideal for small compost bins (2–4 sq ft), classrooms, and beginner worm farmers. Each order ships in moist bedding via USPS Priority Mail, ensuring your worms arrive healthy and active. Whether you’re reducing food waste or enriching your garden soil, Delta Worms makes it simple to build living, regenerative soil at home.
Description
1 lb – Composting worms, particularly red wigglers, is a popular choice for beginners and small-scale composters. Let’s explore why this size is favored and who typically purchases it. Additionally, we’ll discuss the appropriate number of composting worms needed for a successful composting process.
Perfect Starter Size – 1 lb Composting Worms
Composting Worms contains about 800–1,000 red wigglers (Eisenia fetida), enough to start a small to medium worm bin (2–4 sq. ft.). Ideal for 1–2 people’s kitchen scraps per week.
Vermicomposting for Beginners
Worms are great for beginners because they’re easy to take care of and don’t need a lot of space. They’re also a great way to start composting without spending a lot of money. Plus, they can grow really quickly, so you don’t need to worry about them taking over your space. And they’re fun for kids and schools to learn about! For more science-based worm care guidance, see the UCANR Vermiculture Guide
WHO Buys 1 lb of Composting Worms:
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Buyer Type |
Reason |
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Urban gardeners |
Small-scale composting for pots, raised beds, or balcony gardens. |
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Home composters |
Recycling kitchen waste in bins, totes, or Worm Factory 360 systems. |
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Teachers & schools |
Science and sustainability lessons in the classroom. |
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Parents with kids |
Fun and educational home project that connects kids to nature. |
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Apartment dwellers |
Composting in small bins without needing a backyard. |
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First-time vermicomposters |
Starting slow to learn before expanding. |
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DIY and permaculture folks |
Building their own systems like worm towers or bins. |
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Backyard gardeners |
Using castings for a few beds or small crops. |
Shipping
We ship USPS Priority Mail, 1 to 3 day delivery time (1-day when shipped into the Bay Area). We ship so you receive the worms within seven days of purchase and/or before the end of the week (Saturday).
Pricing
The price includes the cost of worms, shipping charge and sales tax will be added at checkout. The majority of these composting worms are Red Wigglers (eisenmann fetida) with a minor portion Indian Blues (perionyx excavates).
Additional information
| Weight | 3 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 7 × 7 × 6 in |
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